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Big Brain: Microplastics Explained
Thu, Jul 9, 2026 Madrone Art Bar, Japantown
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Tiny fragments of plastic have now been found in oceans, drinking water, food, human blood, and even inside our organs. This Big Brain talk at Madrone Art Bar breaks down what microplastics actually are, why they’re so persistent in the environment, and what science currently understands about their effects on human health. Big Brain events are designed for curious minds who want real answers to the questions everyone’s been asking. Head to Madrone Art Bar for an evening of science made accessible.